Monorail hoist and road condition detection device thereof

Abstract

The utility model provides a monorail hoist and a road condition detection device thereof, the road condition detection device is arranged on two end parts of the monorail hoist, and the road condition detection device comprises a processing module, a first shell, and a first camera, a second camera and a laser radar which are arranged in the first shell; the first camera faces a first direction; the second camera faces a second direction; wherein a preset included angle is formed between the first direction and the second direction; the laser radar is used for acquiring distance information of obstacles in front of the monorail hoist; and the processing module is used for analyzing and processing the obtained data of the first camera, the second camera and the laser radar and uploading the data to the main control module. The monorail hoist comprises the road condition detection device. The camera for detecting the track, the camera for detecting the front road condition, the laser radar for detecting the obstacle distance and other detection components are integrated in one shell to form an integral product, so that the installation difficulty is reduced, and the safety performance is provided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of monorail cranes and relates to a monorail crane and a road condition detection device thereof. Background Art

[0002] Monorail crane is a kind of auxiliary transportation equipment commonly used in underground coal mines. With the advancement of smart mine construction, monorail crane has gradually developed towards the direction of intelligence and less manpower.

[0003] The existing monorail crane road condition detection device mainly includes a camera and a laser radar. The camera is used to obtain video data in front of the locomotive, and the laser radar is used to obtain the distance of obstacles in front of the locomotive. The combination of these two components and the control system can realize the locomotive's obstacle avoidance.

[0004] However, there are some problems with the existing road condition detection devices: on the one hand, the road condition detection range is not comprehensive, and the detection of the track is often neglected; on the other hand, the arrangement of the detection devices on the locomotive is relatively scattered and not centralized. Utility Model Content

[0005] The utility model aims to provide a monorail crane and a road condition detection device thereof, so as to solve the problem that the monorail crane road condition detection device has a dispersed structure and an incomplete detection range.

[0006] The technical solution provided by the utility model is: a road condition detection device, which is arranged on the two end components of a monorail crane, and is characterized in that it includes a processing module, a first shell, and a first camera, a second camera, and a laser radar arranged in the first shell;

[0007] The first camera faces a first direction and is used to obtain video information in front of the monorail crane;

[0008] The second camera faces a second direction and is used to obtain video information of the track in front of the monorail crane;

[0009] Wherein, the first direction and the second direction are arranged at a preset angle;

[0010] The laser radar is used to obtain distance information of obstacles in front of the monorail crane;

[0011] The processing module is used to analyze and process the data obtained from the first camera, the second camera and the lidar and upload the data to the main control module.

[0012] In a possible embodiment, the first shell has a first mounting surface, the first mounting surface has a first mounting hole and a second mounting hole, the first camera is embedded in the first mounting hole, and the laser radar is embedded in the second mounting hole.

[0013] In a possible embodiment, the invention further includes a second shell connected to the first shell, the second shell has a third mounting surface, the third mounting surface is provided with a third mounting hole, and the second camera is embedded in the third mounting hole.

[0014] In a possible embodiment, the first shell and the second shell are an integral part manufactured through an integral molding process.

[0015] In a possible embodiment, the first shell is detachably connected to the second shell.

[0016] In a possible embodiment, the first mounting surface is provided with a partial rib, and a partial baffle is located at the junction of the first mounting surface and the top surface of the first shell.

[0017] In a possible embodiment, the angle between the first direction and the second direction is 30°-50°.

[0018] In a possible embodiment, a tilt sensor is further disposed in the first shell, which is used to obtain the slope of the track on which the monorail crane runs.

[0019] In a possible embodiment, an electronic speaker is further disposed in the first shell and a speaker sound outlet hole is correspondingly disposed in the first shell.

[0020] In a possible embodiment, a lighting lamp is further disposed in the first shell, and a fourth mounting hole for embedding the lighting lamp is formed on the first mounting surface.

[0021] The utility model also provides a monorail crane, on both end parts of which the above-mentioned road condition detection device is arranged.

[0022] The beneficial effects of the utility model are as follows: by integrating the detection components such as the camera for detecting the track, the camera for detecting the road conditions ahead, and the laser radar for detecting the distance of obstacles into one housing, the overall product is made, which reduces the difficulty of installation. By using one camera to monitor the track information at a close distance, the safety risks caused by track abnormalities can be reduced. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative labor.

[0024] Figure 1 It is a front view of a road condition detection device provided by one embodiment of the utility model.

[0025] Figure 2 It is a side view of a road condition detection device provided by an embodiment of the utility model.

[0026] Figure 3 It is a side view of a road condition detection device according to an embodiment of the utility model without the second shell.

[0027] Figure 4 It is a rear view of a road condition detection device according to an embodiment of the utility model.

[0028] In the figure: 1. second camera; 2. first shell; 21. first mounting surface; 22. first mounting hole; 23. second mounting hole; 24. fourth mounting hole; 3. laser radar; 4. first camera; 5. lighting; 6. second shell; 61. third mounting hole; 7. electronic speaker; 8. speaker hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the utility model clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the utility model, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0030] In the description of this specification, reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "illustrative embodiments", "examples", "specific examples", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiments or examples are included in at least one embodiment or example of the utility model. In the utility model, the schematic expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.

[0031] refer to Figure 1-Figure 2 This embodiment provides a road condition detection device, which is applied to components at both ends of a monorail crane, such as cabs at both ends of a monorail crane. The road condition detection device is mainly used to detect the road condition in front of the monorail crane.

[0032] The road condition detection device includes a first housing 2 and a first camera 4, a second camera 1, a laser radar 3 and a processing module arranged in the first housing 2. The first camera 4 faces a first direction and is used to obtain video information in front of the monorail crane. The second camera 1 faces a second direction and is used to obtain video information in front of the monorail crane. The first direction mentioned above can be a direction parallel to the track, and the second direction can be a direction with an angle of 30° to 50° with the first direction. The laser radar 3 mentioned above is used to obtain distance information of obstacles in front. The processing module mentioned above is used to analyze and process the data obtained from the first camera 4, the second camera 1 and the laser radar 3 and upload the data to the main control module.

[0033] That is to say, this embodiment provides a detection device integrating two cameras and a laser radar 3, which can obtain the road condition video in front of the locomotive (long distance) and the video data of the upper track (close distance), and detect the distance from the obstacle in front to the locomotive. The detection information is fed back to the processing module, which is fed back to the main control module for control. The main control module controls according to the video information, including personnel intrusion recognition, sign recognition, and obstacle recognition, etc., and warns or even stops according to the distance of the obstacle.

[0034] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some possible embodiments, the first housing 2 has a first mounting surface 21, the first mounting surface 21 has a first mounting hole 22 and a second mounting hole 23, the first camera 4 is embedded in the first mounting hole 22, and the laser radar 3 is embedded in the second mounting hole 23. Specifically, the shooting port of the first camera 4 faces the first mounting hole 22, and the laser emission port of the laser radar 3 faces the second mounting hole 23.

[0035] Continue to refer Figure 1 and Figure 2 , further comprising a second housing 6 connected to the first housing 2, the second housing 6 having a third mounting surface, the third mounting surface being provided with a third mounting hole 61, and the second camera 1 being embedded in the third mounting hole 61. Specifically, the shooting port of the second camera 1 faces the third mounting hole 61.

[0036] The first camera 4 and the second camera 1 are respectively mounted on the corresponding housing through fixing brackets.

[0037] In some possible embodiments, the first shell 2 and the second shell 6 are an integral part manufactured through an integral molding process, and an optional molding process is welding molding.

[0038] In some possible embodiments, the first shell 2 is detachably connected to the second shell 6 , and the first shell 2 is fixed to the second shell 6 by fasteners such as screws.

[0039] In some embodiments, the first mounting surface 21 has a partial rib, and a partial baffle is located at the junction of the first mounting surface 21 and the top surface of the first shell 2 .

[0040] refer to Figure 4 An inclination sensor is also provided in the first shell 2, which is used to obtain the slope of the track on which the monorail crane runs.

[0041] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 An electronic speaker 7 is also disposed in the first shell 2 and a speaker hole 8 is correspondingly disposed in the first shell 2 .

[0042] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 A lighting lamp 5 is also arranged in the first shell 2 , and a fourth mounting hole 24 for embedding the lighting lamp 5 is opened on the first mounting surface 21 , and the lamp head of the lighting lamp 5 is arranged toward the fourth mounting hole 24 .

[0043] The lighting lamp 5 and the electronic speaker 7 are both installed in the first housing 2 through their respective fixing frames.

[0044] In some possible embodiments, the main control module can be installed on the monorail crane or set in a ground dispatching center.

[0045] This embodiment also provides a monorail crane, and the road condition detection device is installed at the front and rear ends of the monorail crane, and is used for the monorail crane to detect the road condition information in front of the running. By integrating the monorail crane camera, laser radar 3, etc. into one module, the patrol of the track is increased, and the safety of the monorail crane operation is improved.

[0046] When this embodiment is used, the road condition detection device is installed at the front and rear ends of the monorail crane, usually on the cab. The device is connected to the main control module. After starting, the camera will obtain the front video information, the laser radar will detect the obstacle distance, and the inclination sensor will obtain the track slope information. The processing module will analyze the data and upload it to the main control module. The main control module performs operations such as personnel intrusion recognition, sign recognition, and obstacle recognition based on the received data, and issues an alarm or performs automatic parking as needed.

[0047] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of the utility model, rather than to limit it. Although the utility model is described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, ordinary technicians in this field should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the above embodiments, or modify part or all of the technical solutions, or replace part or all of the technical features by equivalents. These modifications or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the utility model.

Claims

1. A road condition detection device, arranged on both end components of a monorail crane, characterized in that: It includes a processing module, a first shell, and a first camera, a second camera, and a laser radar arranged in the first shell; The first camera faces a first direction and is used to obtain video information in front of the monorail crane; The second camera faces a second direction and is used to obtain video information of the track in front of the monorail crane; Wherein, the first direction and the second direction are arranged at a preset angle; The laser radar is used to obtain distance information of obstacles in front of the monorail crane; The processing module is used to analyze and process the data obtained from the first camera, the second camera and the lidar and upload the data to the main control module.

2. The road condition detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first shell has a first mounting surface, the first mounting surface has a first mounting hole and a second mounting hole, the first camera is embedded in the first mounting hole, and the laser radar is embedded in the second mounting hole.

3. The road condition detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes a second shell connected to the first shell, the second shell has a third mounting surface, the third mounting surface is provided with a third mounting hole, and the second camera is embedded in the third mounting hole.

4. The road condition detection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first shell and the second shell are an integral part made by an integral molding process.

5. The road condition detection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first shell is detachably connected to the second shell.

6. The road condition detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The angle between the first direction and the second direction is 30°~50°.

7. The road condition detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first shell is also provided with an inclination sensor for acquiring the slope of the track on which the monorail crane is running.

8. The road condition detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: An electronic speaker is also disposed in the first shell and a speaker sound outlet hole is correspondingly disposed in the first shell.

9. The road condition detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: A lighting lamp is also arranged in the first shell, and a fourth mounting hole for embedding the lighting lamp is opened on the first mounting surface.

10. A monorail crane, characterized in that: The road condition detection device according to any one of claims 1 to 9 is arranged on the two end parts.

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